Feb. 26, 2023

Ballot Listing for May 6 City Council Election

The City of Garland will hold a general election for two-year terms for Mayor and City Council Districts 3, 6, 7 and 8. 

Candidates were invited to the Council Chamber to draw for positions on the ballot. They are listed in ballot order according to that drawing (U indicates unopposed): 

Mayor

Roel G. Garcia

Scott LeMay

District 3

Ed Moore

P C Mathew

District 6

Carissa Dutton (U)

District 7

Dylan Hedrick (U)

District 8

Chris Ott (U)

More information about the May 6 election is available at GarlandTX.gov. 

Garland Board & Volunteer Fair Tuesday, Feb. 28

Join us for an evening of networking and visiting with several area nonprofits to find your next volunteer opportunity!

This year's Board & Volunteer Fair will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at The Atrium at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.

This event is a partnership of the City of Garland and Kiwanis Club of Garland. We hope to see you there!

Creativity Night at the Library Tuesday, Feb. 28

Wrap up Black History Month with Creativity Night at the library! Creativity Nights feature a new, simple craft each week. Crafts in February celebrate Black History Month. Some crafts will utilize STEAM concepts, and instructions will be available in English and Spanish.

Families with children ages 3 to 9 may drop in to the Central Library, 625 Austin St., between 6 and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, to complete the crafts.

The event is free and no registration is required.

Landmark Museum to Reopen with New Lecture

The newly renovated Garland Landmark Museum will reopen Thursday, March 2.

Its Travels in History series will continue with the newest lecture, Prohibition in Garland, at 4 p.m. Saturday, March 4, in the recently updated museum, 393 N. Sixth St. Coffee, wine and treats will be served.

Tickets are $10 for non-members or you can join The Landmark Society at the door for free admission. Membership includes a copy of the 2023 Landmark Calendar with never-before-published historic photos of Garland.

Questions? Email Heritage@GarlandTX.gov.

City Seeks Artists for Dumpster Beautification

The City of Garland is seeking applications from local artists to paint a dumpster in Downtown Garland.

Seven unique artists will be chosen to paint dumpsters on Saturday, April 1, as part of the Big Art Day festivities at the Granville Arts Center.

Selected artists will receive a $1,000 payment. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. Thursday, March 9!

Learn more at GarlandTX.gov and apply today!

Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant Applications Due March 23

The Neighborhood Vitality Matching Grant program enables registered neighborhood groups, both voluntary and mandatory, to apply for matching funds for physical enhancement projects in publicly accessible spaces. These projects encourage neighbors to work together to create projects unique to their neighborhood while boosting a sense of pride and ownership.

Applications must be submitted to the Office of Neighborhood Vitality by Thursday, March 23.

Download program guidelines, forms and more at GarlandNeighborhoods.org.

Plan Commission

Feb. 27

The Garland Plan Commission will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St.

Boards & Commissions Meetings

All upcoming Boards & Commissions meetings can be found on the Public Meetings calendar at GarlandTX.gov.

In-person meetings have resumed, but you can continue to watch the meetings online.

View agendas at GarlandTX.gov and be sure to click the "subscribe" button to receive notifications when meeting agendas are posted.

District 8 Town Hall

March 8

Join District 8 Council Member Robert John Smith for a District Town Hall from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at the Central Library, 625 Austin St. For more information, call 469-223-4723 or email Council8@GarlandTX.gov.

Districts 3, 4 and 5 Joint Town Hall

March 9

Join District 3 Council Member Ed Moore, District 4 Council Member B.J. Williams and District 5 Council Member Margaret Lucht for a joint Town Hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 9, at the South Garland Branch Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd.

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board Appointment

March 31

The City is accepting applications for a place on the Board of Directors for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) through Friday, March 31. The responsibility for the operation and control of DART properties is vested in the Board of Directors. The unexpired term runs through June 30, 2024. Learn more.

Flu Shots and Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Available at Garland Public Health Clinic

This year's flu vaccine and the bivalent COVID-19 booster are available at the Garland Public Health Clinic. Flu shots are available for adults, children and seniors who are insured. Low-cost flu vaccines for uninsured children and adults are also available. It is recommended that individuals wait at least two months after completion of the primary COVID vaccination series or their most recent booster. For full eligibility information, visit GarlandTX.gov. Both vaccinations are available at the Garland Public Health Clinic, 206 Carver St., from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays. Call 972-205-3370 for pricing and to learn what insurance plans are accepted. Learn more.

Welcome to Garland Class Saturday, March 25

Whether you are new to Garland, or were born and raised here, this is the class to get better acquainted with what makes Garland a great place to live! Join us from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 25, at City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St., and learn about the different services of City departments, how your taxpayer dollars are being used and how you can get involved. Register for this free class now to secure your spot! 

Plaza Movie Classic: "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" Thursday, March 2

The City of Garland Cultural Arts Department presents a free showing of the 1967 film "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner" (not rated) starring Sidney Poitier and Spencer Tracy at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at the Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St. Admission is free and open to the public. Free parking for all Plaza Theatre events is available at the Central Library, 625 Austin St.